An electrician was told he could not board a train after drinking six pints because he was "too drunk".

James Kadiri attempted to board a service from Chester to Liverpool after a visit to the city centre but was refused entry by a guard who accused him of being too drunk.

An argument ensued and police were called, with Mr Kadiri, from Liverpool, insisting that he be arrested so the incident is recorded.

The electrician had visited the city centre with his friend and his friend's 80-year-old dad, the Liverpool Echo reports.

He claims he had drunk six pints but was "nowhere near drunk" as he reached the station at around 8pm with his kebab.

James Kadiri was stopped from boarding a train between Chester and Liverpool because he was "too drunk" (Image: James Kadiri)

Mr Kadiri said: "I went to get my ticket out but dropped it on the floor, when I picked it up the guard told me I was too drunk to get on the train."

Although he claims officers refused to arrest him at first, James said he repeatedly insisted for 20 minutes as he wanted the incident to be recorded - and he didn't want to have to pay £65 to get home in a taxi.

He said: "I did the right thing as I didn't drive and used public transport, but if I am going for a few drinks, I expect to get home."

But this could happen to someone else who is not able to pay for a taxi and is forced to walk the streets at night or be stranded."

James Kadiri was stopped from boarding a train between Chester and Liverpool because he was "too drunk" (Image: James Kadiri)

James was taken to St Annes Street police station and released shortly after. He says he is thankful to the officers for how they handled the situation.

He added: "It was embarrassing being dragged out of the station like a criminal. I am a respectable member of society.

"But, I had to insist on being arrested because I had to stand up for the people as it's not right if it's a lottery as to if you are able to get home.

"I'm uncomfortable going into the city, or anywhere else for that matter, and not knowing if I will be able to get home."

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James didn't arrive home until 10.30pm and says his wife, Paula, was worried as she was unable to contact him because police had taken his phone.

British Transport Police confirmed they were called to Liverpool Central train station at 8.30pm to reports of a man causing a disturbance.

He was arrested on suspicion of breach of the peace but was later de-arrested and given words of advice by officers.

A Merseyrail spokesperson said: "We are currently investigating this incident with our station team and the British Transport Police. This incident is reported to have been associated with a refusal to travel. At present the incident has not been raised formally by the passenger with Merseyrail."